Vacancy:  Job #9197

MU Libraries Position Description: See here for full description:  http://mulibraries.missouri.edu/staff/admin/positiondesc/Posdesc/TRSS/c39487.htm

Title: Library Information Specialist II

Division: Catalog Department; Access, Collections, and Technical Service Division

Location: MU Libraries

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt / Exempt

Typical schedule: 40 hours/wk; M-F, between 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; occasional need to adjust schedule to accommodate needs of the department.

Reports to: Head, Catalog Department

Rate of Pay: $12.55

Summary Description

Primary responsibilities include 1) providing bibliographic control and access to locally digitized materials and maps through original and copy cataloging and bibliographic record enhancements in WorldCat, the local catalog, and the digital repositories at the University of Missouri; and 2) overseeing the cataloging portion of the workflow for materials being digitized.  Secondary assignments include additional database enhancement and correction projects.

Assignments will require performance of responsible and varied tasks of a considerably complex nature with broadly defined responsibilities, and of duties requiring a high level of decision-making, judgment, and independence.  A broad understanding of the context within which the work is performed is required.  Work will be performed independently and collaboratively, with general guidance and periodic reviews.  Assignments may include the supervision of student assistants.

Competency expectations
Success in the job will be demonstrated by the following competencies:

Communication:  Effectively conveys (speaks and/or writes) and receives ideas, information and direction (both oral and written).   Seeks to clarify and confirm understanding if any instructions or terms are unfamiliar or vague.

Confidentiality: Handles all confidential information with appropriate discretion.

Customer Focus: Understands and responds to customer needs (both internal and external); conveys an attitude of helpfulness and diplomacy to all users in all transactions and encourages other staff to do so; develops consultative relationship with assigned departments.

Flexible: Accepts and adapts to change positively.

Initiative and Independence in Work: Demonstrates self-direction and self-pacing; makes practical suggestions without being asked, and carries out effective solutions.

Job Knowledge: Demonstrates the knowledge necessary to carry out job responsibilities in an effective and timely manner.

Problem Solving: Identifies problems and causes; analyzes and generates best alternative solutions; makes timely, sound and appropriate decisions even under conditions of risk and uncertainty.

Productivity:  Establishes appropriate priorities and completes assignments efficiently; identifies goals and means to achieve them; processes paperwork and information effectively; selects relevant activities and eliminates ineffective processes.

Quality Work: Pays careful attention to detail; performs work with a high rate of accuracy, follows established standards and procedures, demonstrates consistency of performance in all work.

Reliability/Dependability:  Demonstrates consistency of performance in meeting deadlines; follows schedules and procedures.

Teamwork and Collaboration:  Works collegially and effectively with staff at all levels; establishes constructive work relations; fosters team spirit; builds support and alliances between and among departments/divisions; recognizes competing needs and gains agreement based on common goals; actively participates in team meetings and projects.

Technology Skills:  Demonstrates proficiency in computer and technology skills required of the position. Takes responsibility for learning technology skills as new applications are adopted by the library.

To fill out application for this position please see enclosed link: http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/staff/index.php